Valley View Medical Center Welcomes New GI Doctors

December 15, 2015

DECEMBER 15, 2015 (FT. MOHAVE, AZ) - Valley View Medical Center and the GI Institute of Arizona are proud to welcome new gastroenterologists Dr. Andrew Kim and Dr. Gary Chen to the community. Dr. Andrew I. Kim is a gastroenterologist who is board certified in Internal Medicine. He earned his medical
degree from the University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine, and completed his residency in internal medicine at the UCLA/VA Greater L.A. Healthcare System, and fellowship in gastroenterology and hepatology at the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine. His eminent academic background and vast knowledge of the field has made him one of the most respected digestive diseases specialists in Southern Nevada.

Dr. Kim has expertise in an array of intestinal and liver disorders. Areas of interest include:

general gastroenterology

hepatology including peri-transplant care

screening colonoscopy

polypectomy

gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

Barrett’s esophagus

swallowing disorders

celiac disease

irritable bowel syndrome

ulcerative colitis

Crohn’s disease

HIV-associated intestinal disorders

chronic diarrhea

chronic constipation and hemorrhoids.

Having trained under some of the world’s foremost thought leaders in gastroenterology at UCLA, he gained a great deal of experience in managing complex astrointestinal disorders. Dr. Kim has numerous published articles in peer-reviewed journals and has been a reviewer for medical journals including the American Journal of Gastroenterology and Hospital Physician. He was named a “Top Physician” by Nevada Business Magazine and “Specialist of the Year” as a provider for one of the largest multispecialty groups in Nevada.

Dr. Gary Chen is an expert in the care of gastroenterology and liver patients and well-versed on the latest treatments and advances in endoscopic technology. He is board certified in both Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology. His distinguished academic background brings a high level of medical expertise to the Tri-State Area.

He received his medical degree UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine and multiple awards for his academic achievements. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in L.A., and Gastroenterology Fellowship at UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine. Dr. Chen has done extensive academic research on gastrointestinal disorders, liver diseases, and advances in endoscopy, with publications recognized
nationally and internationally.

Dr. Chen emphasizes quality patient care and delivery of advanced treatment information. While working at a large multi-specialty practice in the region, he consistently had one of the highest patient satisfaction ratings. Dr. Kim and Dr. Chen’s office is located at the GI Institute of Arizona, 1520 Hammer Lane, Suite 101 (Valley View Medical Center campus), Fort Mohave, Arizona. Appointments can be scheduled by calling 928-768-4333.

About Valley View

Valley View Medical Center is accredited by The Joint Commission, licensed as a 90-bed full service acute care hospital serving the Tri-State area along the Colorado River including Bullhead City, Laughlin and Needles. Valley View offers full emergency and surgical services, as well as a variety of outpatient services, from diagnostic imaging and various rehabilitation therapies to home health services, wound care and hyperbaric therapy. Opened in
2005, it has three satellite locations in Bullhead City plus two medical office buildings adjacent to the hospital. Besides the main campus in Ft. Mohave (just south of the Bullhead City limits), Valley View’s affiliated operations in Bullhead City and Laughlin include Crossroads Urgent Care, Wide Open MRI and Live Oak Family Medicine. It is accredited by the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care as a chest pain care center.

Valley View Medical Center

5330 South Highway 95
Fort Mohave, AZ 86426
928-788-2273

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